RedGage

There can be more than one reason why your business would need a solar installation:

•    To invest in an energy efficient improvement to your business or property

•    To reduce or stabilize electricity costs

•    To reduce air pollution

•    Strengthen your commitment to the planet’s future

•    To help preserve the earth’s resources and lessen the dependence on fossil fuels

Are solar systems apt for your place of business?

For a solar energy system to function well, it must have unobstructed access to sunlight all day long. A little initial assessment will help you make the right choice. You may discuss the following considerations with your provider installing a business solar energy system:

Ease of access: The solar panels must have complete access to the sun’s rays, and not be obstructed by trees, buildings, chimneys, roof gables or other shades in the surrounding landscape. The more energy the panels receive, the more is the electricity that is produced.

Type of roof: Though solar panels can be installed on any type of roof, roofs with shingles can be easily worked with while those with slate need more operation. If the roof is old, it is better to replace it before installing the solar energy system.

Size of the area: Depending on the size of your building, the amount of space that a solar energy system needs will differ. If the area limits the size of a possible system, you may have to consider one with more efficient PV modules. Such high efficiency systems need only a smaller area to produce the desired amount of electricity.

What features should your solar system have?

To begin, you may consider what portion of the current electricity you would need the solar energy system to meet. Your provider will be able to help you in assessing this first step. Some battery systems provide energy storage options or backup energy. Though such systems cost extra, they add value too. As a rule, the more the size of the system, lesser is the cost per kilowatt. Based on your requirements, you should decide the ideal size of the panels and the area it should cover.

Clean, renewable energy that is also energy efficient, will mean a cleaner environment, a stronger economy, and a greater energy independence for the country. By investing in a business solar energy system, we can all look forward to a more secure future.